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ASCP Hematology Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
An 18-month-old male is brought in by his mother. He is pale, and his hematocrit is 20%. Which questions should help the nurse make a diagnosis?.)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Diet history (what the child eats and how much milk is consumed) is essential to assess nutritional iron intake, which may contribute to iron-deficiency anemia.
Question 2 of 5
A child with sickle cell anemia is scheduled for an exchange transfusion. What should the nurse teach the family?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Exchange transfusion is performed to lower the percentage of sickled cells, thereby reducing hypoxia and its complications.
Question 3 of 5
The parent of a 2-year-old HIV-positive child questions whether the child can attend day care. Which is the best response?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An HIV-positive child may attend day care with no specific restrictions except that the child should not be in a group setting when febrile to prevent spread of other infections.
Question 4 of 5
What are the clinical manifestations of non-Hodgkin lymphoma?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Manifestations of non-Hodgkin lymphoma vary with the site and extent of disease involvement; no single sign is diagnostic.
Question 5 of 5
Which analgesic is most effective for a child with sickle cell pain crisis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Morphine is the drug of choice for managing severe pain during sickle cell crises.